Oh My Dog Rescue - The Pawdcast
Holly Kilstrom and Kara Berhow met in the wild world of dog rescue. With years of experience, they have become experts in all things dog and founded Oh My Dog Rescue. Along the way they have gathered entertaining rescue tails, insight about canine behavior and intel on the pet industry. Join Oh My Dog in diving deep in to what it takes to save and protect woman's best furiend.
Tea with Friends - S2 E9
Listen along to your friends Kara, Holly and Tanner as they all catch up about live, dogs, and pet peeves about the public.
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Being Your Dog's Best Friend - S2 E8
Holly and Kara connect with dog lover and breathwork guru Katya Lidsky about her book, Be Your Dog's Best Friend: The Benefits of Mutual Bonding and Relationship Building. There are so many gold nuggets in this world- Check it out and take a listen!
Bonding with a dog is good for the animal and good for us. Along the way to achieving the behaviors we desire from a dog, we change our behaviors too, taking us right to the intersection between dog guardianship and personal growth.
This how-to-bond book, set against the backdrop of a t...
Topic Roulette - S2 E7
Holly and Kara reconnect to talk through rescue rumblings and play the first round of Dog Topic Roulette.
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Foster Survival - S2 E6
The OMD ladies chat about how to succeed as a foster home, and tips on surviving the moments that test us. Foster based rescue, much like anything in life, follows seasons of ups and downs, but a community of like-minded individuals makes for a pretty beautiful experience.
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OMD Pupdate - S2 E5
Happy Galentine's day from OMD! Listen along to catch up on all the pupdates!
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Preston Moore: Let's Talk Puppy Mills - S2 E4 (Part 2/2)
Preston Moore is back to talk with Oh My Dog Rescue, this time diving into the topic of Puppy Mills. Preston is the Iowa State Director for the Humane World for Animals (Formerly the Humane Society of the United States). The state of Iowa is known for agriculture... but what does that mean for mass-produced puppies?
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https://www.humaneworld.org/en/resources/seven-ways-you-can-stop-puppy
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Preston Moore: Iowa's Animal Advocacy Crusader - S2 E3 (Part 1/2)
Preston Moore joins the ladies of Oh My Dog Rescue to talk about the state of animal advocacy in the state of Iowa. Preston is the Iowa State Director for the Humane World for Animals (Formerly the Humane Society of the United States). We dive into his history in the organization and the progression of animal rights in the state. Learn more about our current animal cruelty laws that are in place and those that are up for consideration in 2026. Join us for part 1 of 2.... because this topic is far too important for one episode (and we talk a...
A Day in the Life of an Animal Control Officer - S2 E2
Holly and Kara sit down with Ames, Iowa Animal Control Officer Lisa Brix. Buckle up for a candid and entertaining rundown of what it is like to work in Animal Control.
The City of Ames Animal Shelter and Animal Control is a no-kill animal rescue and sheltering agency in Ames, Iowa. It is our privilege to provide excellent service and support to the residents of Ames, both human and furry (or feather, or scaled). We are proud of our success and thanks to our adopters, donors, volunteers, and community partners, we are able to place ov...
We're Back! 2026 Rescue Reboot - S2 E1
Holly and Kara are back, back again! Kicking off season TWO of OMD The Pawdcast! The rescue queens of Oh My Dog Rescue talk about about recent happenings, Superfecundation (say that 3 times fast!), new AKC dog breeds, and just a little bit of everything especially the topic you all love: DOGS!
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Anxiety | People and Pets - Episode 82
In the final Pawdcast episode of 2025, the OMD gals dive into a topic often synonymous with the holidays... Anxiety! This is one of the number one reasons people surrender their pets. What can you do to help curb your dog and YOUR anxieties?
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Popcorn & Pawlidays - Episode 81
Several rabbit hole rambles make for a fun episode where Holly & Kara chat about popcorn and howliday traditions.
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Dogs in the News - Episode 80
Holly and Kara dive into some pups in the news! Enjoy the links in the show notes. Also, jumping in to what to do if your dog goes missing, featuring some info from special rescues Like Paws of Hope, who specialize in lost dog detective work!
Missing Dogs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYshKlr1NRo
https://pohanimalrescue.org/current-cases
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=726539080292743&set=pb.100088099713943.-2207520000&type=3
(yard escape prevention checklist)
https://www.facebook.com/PAWSOFHOPEANIMALRESCUE/photos
Dogs in the news:
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Corkscrew Kids - Episode 79
WOOF! It has been a busy few weeks, lots of pupdates in the rescue to be had! This includes a pair of back to back surgeries for corkscrew tails on a couple of English Bulldogs, BINGO recap and other pawsome happenings.
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Keeping it Clean - Episode 78
When living in a multi-pet household how do you keep things clean and safe for you and your pets? Holly and Kara discuss and offer some ideas!
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The Pet Psychic (part 2) - Episode 77
The Oh My Dog Rescue gals finally get to meet the Pet Psychic, Laura Stinchfield! The pups had so much to say we had to split it into 2 episodes. Listen to part two, which includes conversations with Holly and Kara's go-to gals Reece and Boop. Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZPQmR2J76c
In this engaging conversation, Holly and Kara welcome Laura Stinchfield, a professional pet psychic, who shares her journey and experiences in animal communication. The discussion covers various themes including the importance of clear communication with pets, the emotional connection b...
The Pet Psychic (part 1) - Episode 76
The Oh My Dog Rescue gals finally get to meet the Pet Psychic, Laura Stinchfield! The pups had so much to say we had to split it into 2 episodes. Listen to part one, which includes a pop-in visit from Holly's parents and their livestock guardian dog who... is not a fan of Holly. Will The Pet Psychic get to the bottom of it?!
In this engaging conversation, Holly and Kara welcome Laura Stinchfield, a professional pet psychic, who shares her journey and experiences in animal communication. The discussion covers various themes including the importance of clear communication...
BONUS Oh My Dog Rescue on Inside Iowa Podcast
Holly and Kara sit down the Iowa's favorite radio voice- Kim Chase, to talk all about dogs!
https://omny.fm/shows/inside-iowa/oh-my-dog-rescue-do-you-have-the-heart-and-home-to-be-a-dog-foster
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Plans for Pups and People - Episode 75
A great big pupdate this week from the golden gals of Oh My Dog Rescue. Listen in to the pups and downs of the week, with this Pawdcast rescue roundup. Additional exciting news that 3 new Microchip Scanning Stations have been installed in Iowa tows of Ogden, Adel, Huxley, and Carlisle.
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Pawty like it's your Barkday - Episode 74
Whether it is a special treat or a full blown pooch fiesta, celebrating your pup can be a fun time to shout from the woof-top just how much you love your dog! The gals also chat about the "science" or lack thereof- behind figuring out how old dogs actually are when they come into rescue.
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Pupdates - Episode 73
The Oh My Dog team of volunteers has been busy making waves and saving pups in need. There is a lot of behind the scenes work that happens to make a difference. Listen along as Holly and Kara recap the last few weeks and outline some events in the plans!
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Century Way Products - Episode 72
The OMD gals sit down with the brains and bone smokers behind Century Way Products. This husband and wife duo started a little business that has grown in a huge way to create amazing healthy products for man's best friend.
Century Way Products, owned by Samantha and Evan Rix, specializes in crafting premium smoked bones and treats for dogs and cats using environmentally responsible practices. Our bones are sourced from cattle processed on their family farm and local facilities, ensuring the highest standards of quality while minimizing our environmental impact. The bones are also all natural, with...
Good in Bed? - Episode 71
Holly and Kara both love a pup snuggle - but the conversation begs the question: Should people sleep with their dogs? Listen in for a laugh and also of course rescue pupdates.
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Animal Zone - Episode 70
The Oh My Dog gals welcome Arthur Von Wiesenberger, host and executive producer of the acclaimed series, AnimalZone, on the Pawdcast to talk about his adventures. Arthur has a deep love for animals and an unwavering commitment to their welfare. With over 130 episodes, AnimalZone has become a platform for sharing stories of animal advocacy, rescue efforts, and the incredible bond between humans and animals.
The series covers a diverse range of topics, from interviews with renowned figures like Monty Roberts to heartwarming stories of rehabilitation and adoption. The show has been filmed throughout the US and now...
Back to a Routine - Episode 69
Back to school and regular routine for your human kids can mean a big change for your fur kids. Let's talk about what to think about when routines change any time. Dogs are creatures of habit, and as their best friends who control those schedules, it's on us to keep their worlds cool, calm and collected.
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Natasha's Sh*t Show - Episode 68
Finally, foster fanatic Natasha joins Holly and Kara on The Pawdcast to chat about what it is like being a volunteer superhero for pups! Enjoy laughs and real talk about the mutt mafia's favorite Sh*t Show.
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The Surrender Situation - Episode 67
The dynamic dog lovin' duo recap rescue happenings and dive into what happens when a dog is surrendered to OMD by its owner. Surrender requests are on the rise, and it is creating a huge strain on the rescue community.
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The Life of an RVT in the Shelter World - Episode 66
Holly and Kara sit down with Ames Animal Shelter's RVT, Morgan Beaman to talk about what it's like to work in vet med in a shelter setting. Morgan has worked in private practice in addition to her work at the shelter, and talks through the differences and challenges with both. There might also be a side quest about sheep shearing?
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Never a Dull Moment - Episode 65
Holly and Kara recap rescue happenings including a crazy story with a side quest or 12.
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Knox Canine Training - Episode 64
Kara and Holly sit down with Clint Knox, local expert on positive reinforcement training & overall dog behavior guru. Knox Canine Training has become the Des Moines goto for training. Learn about how Clint got started in this field, and even get a few tips and tricks on how to correct the most common dog behavior issues.
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Oodles of Doodles - Episode 63
Oh My Dog Rescue responded to a hoarder case, and boy oh boy did the Mutt Mafia step up to help! Also listen in to some vulnerable moments for the rescuers: barriers to rescue work can be very real.
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Pupcicles & Healthy Treats - Episode 62
The dynamic rescue duo dives in to fun and cool treats for your pups this summer. Also, listen along as they discuss some recent happenings in the world of dog rescue and workshop an idea on a back yard breeder "watch list".
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Rescue Round-up - Episode 61
Holly and Kara dive into some wild calls on the bat phone, rescue a dog from a domestic violence situation and talk through some big changes that are helping Oh My Dog Rescue be more efficient than ever.
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Fireworks & Planning For Fiascos - Episode 60
With every dog's least favorite howliday on the horizon, Holly and Kara talk 4th of July safety and also dive into prepping for other pawtential disasters with fido in mind.
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Sandbar Dogs - Episode 59
Holly and Kara share highlights from a recent trip... which of course included dogs (and even a cat!). They also dive in to some ideas that have been recently implemented to improve the rescue adoption application process even further. Also tune in to hear some of the very best and most frustrating rescue correspondence.
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Doggy Paddle Safety - Episode 58
Holly and Kara dive into water safety for dogs! After Kara realized her favorite dog was a water lover, this topic floated to the surface. Listen as the golden gals of rescue talk about water quality, the dangers of water toxicity, and give the worst description of doggy CPR possibly ever recorded. And don't forget, take your dog with you and enjoy the summer!
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Resource Guarding Sidequest - Episode 57
On today's rundown in rescue, Holly and Kara dive into the problem with Pitbulls... spoiler it's the people! Also, we get so many calls of people wanting to give up dogs who struggle with resource guarding - which you might be shocked to learn, IS FIXABLE.
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$35 Frenchies - Episode 56
All over the country people are being scammed under the smoke screen of cute puppies. Des Moines are residents are no exception to this. Holly and Kara dive into a plague of yard signs and social media posts popping up across the metro with this consumer beware episode. If it seems too good to be true... it probably is. Beware of scams... and if you are in the market for a French Bulldog specifically - buyers and adopters, take a listen to know what you are getting in to.
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600! Hot Diggity Dog - Episode 55
The Oh My Dog Rescue gals celebrate a couple huge adoptions, 600 dogs rescued dogs so far and lots of laughs along the way.
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Boarding Nightmare - Episode 54
Who do you trust to watch your dogs when you are on vacation? A nightmare story out of Minnesota should make us all think twice about who to trust with our precious canine family members.
https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/animal-torture-charges-minnesota-woman-let-9-dogs-starve-to-death-rot-in-kennels
https://www.fox9.com/news/minnesota-kennel-owner-charged-animal-torture-9-dogs-dead
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Rescue Round Up - Episode 53
Holly and Kara run through a roundup of all things rescue. Join us to catch up on the ups down ins out of rescuing dogs!
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